A lot of students have chosen to major in courses like Media Studies, Theatre and Photography etc which are not normally considered to be mainstream,
With the beginning of a new academic year, students graduating from high schools and junior colleges have reached that point of their life when they decide what they want to be and how they are going to achieve it. This academic year, students are not only seeking career opportunities in the conventional fields but are also exploring new horizons.
Talking on the same grounds, Martin Paul student of St. Mary's Junior College, says, “I like to go out and find a story and tell that story to people, I think studying Media is going to help me accomplish that.” A lot of students have chosen to major in courses like Media Studies, Theatre and Photography etc which are not normally considered to be mainstream. Students claim that this change is due to the fewer boundaries in education making offbeat courses more acceptable.
This is a result of the interdependence between the interests of students and the different courses available. “The nature of a ‘job' has changed – it include fields previously uncovered.” says Kiran Shankar, college student. “It's not just talent in demand, but also ideas.”
“The skills you possess precede the marks and the degree you get,” says Soni Reddy. As a corollary, the different degrees richly equip students for most job opportunities today.
Apart from pursuing a degree, students these days are taking a diploma in these distinctive courses. By doing so, they are introduced to the different prospects of education by giving them the freedom to venture into unique combinations and courses.
This gives them an opportunity to pursue multiple courses at the same time. The only downside to this concept is that students doing so cannot devote complete concentration to a specific subject and have to juggle between many.
When students make these decisions, parents play an important role. They help in assisting and influencing the decisions of their wards. “I was okay with my daughter not choosing the stereotypical line of education. Pursuing a course in music is not only very unique and distinctive, but also enjoyable to study”, concludes Satya Butt.
Source: The Hindu
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